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Barry DeVincenzi Obituary

Barry "The Bear" DeVincenzi Born May 31, 1958 to George and Marie DeVincenzi in San Francisco. Barry passed to meet his "Spirit in the Sky" peacefully but suddenly in his wife Catherine's arm in their home in San Anselmo, April 13, 2006. Educated at Sacred Heart School in SF, he made many close friends and pursued a love of cars, motorbikes, football and remaining friends with his then coach Mike Holmgren of the Seattle Seahawks. Deciding to follow his love of automobiles, Barry began a long and successful career in that industry beginning with Ferrari Motors. Barry was preceded in death by his mother, Marie in 2005. He leaves behind Catherine (Mordaunt) DeVincenzi his second wife, and shared eight loving years together until his untimely death. He was the loving son of George; father of Domenic and Alyssa; brother of Bill Walters and Mark DeVincenzi; Barry will also be missed by many devoted friends and associates who remember his wit and resolve helping those who need him. Friends are invited to the Vigil Service, Tuesday, April 18, 2006, 7:00 PM at HALSTED N. GRAY-CAREW & ENGLISH, 1123 Sutter St., SF. Funeral Mass will be held Wednesday, April 19, 2006, 9:15 AM at St. Vincent de Paul Church, Green at Steiner Street. Private family entombment will follow at Holy Cross Cemetery, Colma, CA. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105. Complimentary Parking 415-673-3000.

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Published by Marin Independent Journal on Apr. 16, 2006.

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Butch Larroche

May 1, 2006

I am so sorry for Barry's family. He was a kind & funny man. Barry was always trying to turn me & my brother Dave into Niner's fan. I worked with him at Serramonte Auto Plaza & will always remember his gentle nature & caring for others. He will truly be missed by anyone who knew him. Godspeed Barry.

Tricia Lanier Fidler

April 28, 2006

Dear Catherine and Barry's family:

I was so sorry to hear of your loss. Barry was a friend in high school and I'll never forget his fantastic sense of humour. In fact I can still hear his laugh. He brought alot of happiness to many people.

Bob Posner

April 24, 2006

Catherine-My deepest condolences for your loss. I always valued Barry's friendship and will miss his insightful phone calls.

Fran Street

April 19, 2006

Barry,



You, your friendship, and your words of wisdom will continue to echo in my thoughts and in my heart.



You were so full of life and life loved you being a part of it.

Tricia Harris

April 18, 2006

Catherine, George, Alyssa, Dominic,



Barry has been so important to me for so long. We are all blessed to have been part of his life. May we all find the ability to continue to laugh the way he has made us laugh for so many years.

Anthony Abuzeide

April 18, 2006

Cate,

We are all going to miss Barry. He had such a huge heart and great sense of humor. One of the kindest, generous and most carring guys I've known. It's amazing to think of how accomplished he was at such a young age. He is now the spirit in the sky.

Love,

Anthony & Jill

Steve & Irene

April 18, 2006

Barry,

So many years and so many more memories......Thanks!

Until we meet again, goodnight our 3rd muskateer!

Love and hugs,

Rebecca Braun

April 18, 2006

Barry - if you were here today, you know what I'd say. You made my life richer.

Jeff McBride

April 18, 2006

Catherine and Family



I was saddened to hear of Barry's passing. I have only known Barry for the past couple of years, but what started as a business relationship quickly became a friendship because of his easy style and great sense of humor.

Phil Barroca

April 17, 2006

Catherine and Family,

Please accept my deepest condolences. I am a high school friend of Barry's and was shocked and saddened to hear of his passing. Although we didn't stay in touch through the years, I have always considered Barry a friend and have a lot of great memories of the times we shared together.

~~Janette Barroca & family~~

April 17, 2006

Dear George and all of Barry's family,



We were deeply saddened to hear of Barry's passing. Our memories go back to his teens when our house was his 'second home' and we have many happy memories of that time.



May he indeed be with his 'Spirit in the Sky' and may that Spirit watch over all of you during this difficult time.



Deepest sympathy from ~

Bob Sankey

April 17, 2006

Catherine & Family,

I am so sorry to hear of Barry's passing.I spent many years with him at sf honda with never a dull moment.I will continue on in the car business with great memories and many laughs that we had shared.

Sandra Powell

April 17, 2006

To Catherine, Barry's children and Father, I'm so sorry for the untimely loss of your loved one.

Barry, you were a treasure trove of humor, leadership and friendship. You were my confidant and I'll miss you, your laughter and your kind words. You positively impacted many lives both professionally and personally. Our 16 year friendship was a gift.

Patricia Shehan

April 16, 2006

Catherine & Family, I am so sorry for your loss. I know words can never take away the pain, but I hope knowing how much Barry was loved by his family and friends will be of some comfort to you and your family. His smile and his laugh was infectious. The Bear will never be forgotten.

Earl Taylor

April 16, 2006

Catherine I am so sorry and shocked.

Barry was a great friend to me and has been there for me for 17 years. I'm going to miss him deeply.

I loved him like a brother.

Frank Rosier

April 16, 2006

I worked with Barry for many years at Serramonte Auto Plaza and enjoyed immensly his talent, humor and overall caring of people around him, he was never lost for thoughts and always had a snappy comeback. My thoughts and prayers are with you Barry and your family, may the Lord richly bless you. You will be missed.

Amanda McCracken

April 16, 2006

Barry, I have fond memories of times of laughter and happiness, your wit and humor will be missed.

Steve & Mindy Patterson

April 16, 2006

Catherine: Please accept our loving thoughts for you and your family as we share your sorrow at the untimely passing of Barry. We met you and Barry through Steve and Irene in Rocklin California. Mindy and I early this past week laughed at the memory of the Easter Dinner we shared with you and Barry, Steve and Irene: a grilled turkey and a lifetime full of laughter. That fond memory visited us prior to the notice of Barry's passing, that's how much fun and laughter he brought into our home with you that day. I regret that this Easter will not hold the happy memories but we pray you will find some consolation in the love and prayers of casual friends your lives touched and how in the fond remembrance of our times with Barry his happy spirit will continue to live in our hearts.

April 15, 2006

Catherine and Family,

We are so sorry for your loss. We will remember Barry's kindness, and sparkle, and wit and we will miss him.

Our deepest sympathy, Marie and Mike Brinkman

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